When finished, Metropica would have up to 2,500 condos, 300 townhomes, 485,000 square feet of commercial space and 785,000 square feet of office space, plus a 2-acre park that will be deeded to the city.

The height of Metropica’s condo towers has been capped at 30 stories. If the developer opts to build that high, Metropica would boast the tallest buildings in Sunrise.

Some have criticized the size of the project and say it will contribute to traffic congestion. Supporters say it will be a boon for the area, bringing crowds and construction jobs.

Upon completion, the project is expected to generate at least $5 million a year in city taxes along with 1,000 permanent jobs.

Sunrise has promised the developer up to $48 million in tax incentives, said Lauren Marks, a spokeswoman for developer Joseph Kavana. The money will come from property taxes generated by the project and will be paid out over 25 years based on the progress of the development, she said.

Kavana has referred to the transit-oriented development as a “dream community” that would encourage residents to ditch their cars and travel by foot or bike.